Audiovisual device

ABSTRACT

A device includes a housing having a top, a bottom opposite the top, a front, and a back opposite the front. One or more microphones are oriented substantially towards the top. A first camera, a display, a loudspeaker, and an emitter are oriented substantially towards the front. A second camera, a projector, and a sensor are oriented substantially towards the bottom. The second camera and the sensor may include field of views that at least partially overlap with a projection area of the projector.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION

This patent application claims priority to U.S. Utility patentapplication Ser. No. 17/201,174, filed Mar. 15, 2021, which is fullyincorporated herein by reference.

BACKGROUND

Users are becoming more connected with the proliferation of computingdevices, such as desktop and laptop computers, tablets, entertainmentsystems, and portable communication devices. As these computing devicescontinue to evolve, many different ways have been introduced to allowusers to interact with the computing devices, such as through touch,gestures, and speech.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The detailed description is set forth below with reference to theaccompanying figures. In the figures, the left-most digit(s) of areference number identifies the figure in which the reference numberfirst appears. The use of the same reference number in different figuresindicates similar or identical items. The systems depicted in theaccompanying figures are not to scale and components within the figuresmay be depicted not to scale with each other.

FIG. 1 illustrates a front perspective view of an example electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. In someinstances, the electronic device may include components for providing animmersive and interactive experience between one or more remote users.For example, the electronic device may include one or more display(s),loudspeaker(s), and/or projector(s) for presenting content, as well asone or more camera(s), microphone(s), button(s), and/or sensor(s) forcapturing inputs. In some instances, the electronic device may include afront housing and a rear housing that couple together to form theelectronic device.

FIG. 2 illustrates a rear perspective view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 illustrates a planar view of a front of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4 illustrates a planar view of a rear of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5A illustrates a planar view of a first side of the electronicdevice of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5B illustrates a planar view of a second side of the electronicdevice of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 6 illustrates a planar view of a top of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 7 illustrates a planar view of a bottom of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 8 illustrates a front perspective view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 9A illustrates a cross-sectional view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 9B illustrates a cross-sectional view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 10 illustrates a partial exploded view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 11 illustrates a partial exploded view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, showing example components for capturing content within anenvironment of the electronic device, according to an embodiment of thepresent disclosure.

FIG. 12 illustrates a partial exploded view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, showing an example shutter assembly for providing privacy touser(s) of the electronic device, according to an embodiment of thepresent disclosure.

FIG. 13 illustrates an example component of the shutter assembly of FIG.12, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 14 illustrates an example component of the shutter assembly of FIG.12, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 15 illustrates an example component of the shutter assembly of FIG.12, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 16 illustrates an example housing of the electronic device of FIG.1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 17 illustrates a partial view of the electronic device of FIG. 1,showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposed within the electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 18 illustrates a partial view of the electronic device of FIG. 1,showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposed within the electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 19 illustrates a partial view of the electronic device of FIG. 1,showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposed within the electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 20 illustrates a partial view of the electronic device of FIG. 1,showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposed within the electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 21 illustrates a partial cross-sectional view of the electronicdevice of FIG. 1, showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposedwithin the electronic device, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 22 illustrates a partial view of the electronic device of FIG. 1,showing the shutter assembly of FIG. 12 disposed within the electronicdevice, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 23 illustrates a partial exploded view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 24 illustrates a partial exploded view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 25 illustrates a front perspective view of the electronic device ofFIG. 1, showing an example emitter of the electronic device, accordingto an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 26A illustrates an example projection area of a projector of theelectronic device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 26B illustrates an example field of view of a first camera of theelectronic device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 26C illustrates an example field of view of a sensor of theelectronic device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 26D illustrates an example field of view of a second camera of theelectronic device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 26E illustrates an example field of view of an emitter of theelectronic device of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the presentdisclosure.

FIG. 27 illustrates an example environment for utilizing the electronicdevice of FIG. 1 to interact with a remote device, according to anembodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 28 illustrates example computing components of the electronicdevice of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

This disclosure describes an electronic device that provides animmersive and interactive experience between users. The electronicdevice may communicatively couple to one or more remote electronicdevices for sending and receiving information that enables interactivitybetween the users.

For example, a first user (e.g., a child, device user, patient, student,etc.) may interact with the electronic device at a first location and asecond user (e.g., a caregiver, physician, teacher, etc.) may interactwith a remote electronic device at a second location. In some instances,the first user and the second user may digitally interact with oneanother through a shared virtual space including content projected bythe electronic device and displayed by the remote electronic device. Theremote electronic device may include a projector for displaying theshared space or may include other interfaces through which the seconduser may interact with the first user (e.g., touch screen). For example,envision that the first user and the second user wish to draw a picture.In such instances, the first user may draw on a physical piece of paperplaced within the shared space. Content drawn by the first user may becaptured via a camera and sent to the remote electronic device.Additionally, content drawn by the second user may be received by theelectronic device and projected onto the piece of paper.

The electronic device, as well as the remote electronic device, mayinclude sensors for detecting a location of inputs made by the users,respectively. The inputs, for example, may be updates to the drawing. Inturn, the electronic device may project interactions made by the seconduser and display the updated drawing for further interaction amongst thefirst user and the second user. The electronic device and the remotecomputing device also enable video and audio to be exchanged, forexample, to enable additional interactivity. The electronic device mayprovide new forms of audiovisual interaction to increase userexperiences.

In some instances, the electronic device may be formed at least in partby a first housing and a second housing. The first housing and thesecond housing may provide a body of the electronic device, andcomponents of the electronic device may reside within the first housingand/or the second housing. Generally, the first housing and the secondhousing may form a rectangular-shaped body and the electronic deviceincludes a base that positions the electronic device upright on asurface (e.g., countertop) of an environment in which the electronicdevice resides.

The electronic device may include display(s), projector(s), camera(s)(imaging devices), microphone(s), and/or loudspeaker(s) for providing animmersive experience between the first user and the second user. In someinstances, the display may be located on a front of the electronicdevice and orientated in a direction for viewing by the first user. Thecontent presented on the display may be captured by and received fromthe remote electronic device. For example, the remote electronic devicemay include a camera that captures images and/or video of the seconduser. The images and/or video are output on the display for viewing bythe first user. This enables the first user and the second user interactwith one another and visual observed feedback. In some instances, thedisplay may be implemented as a high-resolution display, an e-inkdisplay, a tactile electronic display (e.g., refreshable Brailledisplays), a segment display, a light-emitting diode (LED) display, aliquid crystal display (LCDs), a laser display, a holographic display,and the like. Additionally, in some instances, the display may be touchsensitive and capable sensing touch input from the first user.

The electronic device may include multiple cameras for capturing imagesand/or video associated with the first user. In some instances, a firstcamera may be disposed on the front of the electronic device to captureimages (still and/or video) of the first user. For example, the firstcamera may be frontward facing to capture images and/or video in frontof the electronic device. The images and/or video captured by the firstcamera may be transmitted to the remote electronic device for output andviewing by the second user. For example, the remote electronic devicemay include a display for outputting images and/or video of the firstuser. Additionally, noted above, as the electronic device projectscontent within the shared space, the electronic device may include asecond camera oriented to capture content within the shared space. Forexample, the second camera may be oriented towards the surface on whichthe electronic device rests. That is, the second camera may orientdownward, from a top of the electronic device, for capturing imagesand/or video within the shared space. In some instances, the secondcamera may be oriented substantially perpendicular or orthogonal to thesurface. As such, the second camera may be configured to capture imagesand/or videos of the first user's interaction within the shared spacefor capturing and transmission to the remote electronic device foroutput.

The electronic device includes microphone(s) for capturing audio (e.g.,speech) of the first user. The captured audio may be transmitted to theremote electronic device for output. In some instances, the microphonesmay be located at the top of the electronic device, distant fromloudspeakers of the electronic device to limit interferences, echo, andnoise. In some instances, audio captured by the microphones may be usedfor speech processing and/or cancelling background noise (e.g., airconditioner, television, etc.). The microphones may include an number ofmicrophones, such as one, two, three, four, etc. Additionally, themicrophones maybe arranged in patterns (e.g., circular, diamond, square,etc.) for improved audio processing and characteristics.

The loudspeaker(s) may output audio by the electronic device. Forexample, the remote electronic device may include microphones forcapturing speech of the second user. In some instances, theloudspeaker(s) may include tweeter loudspeaker(s), mid-rangeloudspeaker(s), and/or subwoofer loudspeaker(s). In some instances, theloudspeaker(s) may be located proximal to the bottom of the electronicdevice. Locating the loudspeakers proximal to the bottom may lower acenter of mass of the electronic device and increase a stability of theelectronic device within environments. In some instances, theloudspeaker(s) may be oriented to output audio towards the front of theelectronic device. The electronic device, such as the first housing, mayinclude orifices through which audio output by the loudspeaker may passfor emitting sound outward and away from the electronic device.

As noted above, the electronic device further includes the projector forpresenting content. The projector may include an associated projectionarea located in front of the electronic device. The projection area mayrepresent the shared area within which the first user and the seconduser may virtually (e.g., digitally) interact. For example, theprojector may project content onto the surface on which the electronicdevice resides (e.g., countertop). Within the projection area, the firstuser may provide inputs, such as moving his or her finger, drawing on apiece of paper, etc. These inputs may be captured by camera(s) and/orsensor(s) of the electronic device and transmitted to the remoteelectronic device for output.

To sense inputs from the first user, the electronic device includes anemitter (e.g. a laser, infrared (IR), etc.), that emits a plane of lightin front of the electronic device. The plane of light is invisible tothe first user and may run parallel to the surface on which theelectronic device resides. In some instance, the plane of light may bedisposed vertically above the surface, such as approximately between 1millimeter (mm) and 5 mm. As the first user interacts within the sharedarea, fingers of the first user pass through certain areas of the planeof light. As this happens, a sensor may detect scattering of the light(as emitted by the emitter) to determine a position of the first user'sinteraction. These inputs are captured by the electronic device andpaired with the images and/or video captured by the second camera. Theelectronic device may then transmit these interactions, as well as theimages and/or video, to the remote electronic device for output andviewing by the second user. Locating the plane of light proximal to thesurface on which the electronic device resides provides a hapticfeedback to the first user as the first user interacts within the sharedspace. However, the first user may interact with implements (e.g.,pencils) that scatter light and which are sensed by the sensor.

The electronic device may output, via the projector, inputs associatedwith the second user and images and/or video captured by the remoteelectronic device. As the first user and/or the second user interactwithin the shared space, the electronic device and the remote electronicdevice may output the content. By way of illustration, and continuingwith the example introduced above, the first user and the second usermay engage with the electronic device and the remote electronic device,respectively, to draw a picture of a flower. The first user, forexample, may place a piece of paper within the shared space and draw astem of the flower using a writing implement (e.g., pencil). Thisdrawing may be sensed by the electronic device, and in response, theelectronic device may transmit image data (or information) associatedwith the stem for display by or on the remote electronic device. Forexample, the remote electronic device may include a display, atouch-sensitive interface, and/or a projector that displays the stem.The second user may similarly interact within a shared space displayedby the remote electronic device. For example, the second user may drawpedals that extend from the stem. The electronic device may receive dataassociated with the input of the second user and project the pedals ontothe stem drawn by the first user. The first user and the second user maytherein provide additional inputs, such as drawing a ground surface,clouds, coloring in the pedals, and so forth. As such, the electronicdevice and the remote electronic device may communicatively couple toone another for presenting, in real-time, content to the first user andthe second user, respectively. In such instances, the content projectedmay be up to date to display additions, alterations, and so forth madeto the drawing by the first user and the second user. Additionally,during this interaction, the display may output video of the second user(i.e., as captured by a camera of the remote electronic device) and/orthe loudspeaker(s) may output audio of the second user (i.e., ascaptured by microphone(s) of the remote electronic device). The cameraand the microphones of the electronic device may respectively capturevideo and audio for output on the remote electronic device.

Although the discussion above relates to a particular interactionbetween the first user and the second user, the electronic device mayfacilitate additional interactions. For example, the electronic devicemay project a racetrack as drawn by the second user, and the first usermay move a racecar around the racetrack. As the first user maneuvers theracecar, the second user may observe the first user maneuvering theracecar around the racetrack (i.e., via image data captured by thesecond camera and data captured by the sensor). As an additionalexample, the first user and the second user may interact to solve a mathproblem. For example, the first user may be working on homework, wherethe homework may be situated within the shared space of the electronicdevice. Here, the second camera may capture images of the homework foroutput and display on the remote electronic device. The second user mayprovide assistance to the first user by interacting with the remoteelectronic device. For example, the second user may highlight orotherwise point to a subtraction error made by the first user. Asanother example, the first user and the second user may be readingtogether. The first user may place the book (or other reading material)within the shared space such that the second user is able to visuallysee the book. The first user may use his or her finger to scroll acrosstext of the book, as he or she reads. This movement may be output forthe second user such that the second user may follow along as the firstuser reads. This allows the second user to correct errors ormispronunciations of the first user, for example. As such, theelectronic device may provide improved immersive experiences betweenremote users, such as a caregiver and a patient, a teacher and astudent, a parent and a child, a coach and an athlete, and so forth. Assuch, the electronic device may be utilized throughout a plurality ofenvironments for facilitating interactivity between a plurality ofusers.

In some instances, the electronic device may include one or morebuttons. The one or more buttons may be located along a side of theelectronic device, and may include a power button, volume buttons, syncbuttons, or any other type of button or control. The buttons may bemechanical (e.g., having physically movable components) and/orelectronic (e.g., capacitive sensors, optical sensors, resistivesensors, or the like).

The electronic device may also include heat dissipating elements todissipate heat generated by one or more components of the electronicdevice, such as the camera(s), the projector, the display, etc. The heatdissipating elements may include heat syncs coupled to the components.Additionally, the electronic device may include a fan that circulatesair throughout an interior of the electronic device. In some instances,the fan may intake air through an inlet, circulate the air across heatgenerating components of the electronic device, and vent the air throughan outlet. The fan, and the heat dissipating elements, may prevent theelectronic device from overheating during use. In some instances, theinlet and the outlet may be located on the rear of the electronic deviceand space apart from one another to prevent the outlet air being takenin through the inlet.

In some instances, a shutter or other mechanism may be slid over thecameras of the electronic device to obstruct the cameras and/or provideprivacy to the first user. The shutter may be actuated, for example,when the electronic device is not in use. In some instances, the shuttermay include components to obstruct both the first camera and the secondcamera. As such, a single shutter may be utilized for obstructing thefirst camera that is frontward facing and the second camera that isdownward facing. Covers of the shutter assembly may respectively coverthe first camera and the second camera. Additionally, a switch may beactivated/deactivated upon actuation of the shutter assembly todisable/enable the first camera and the second camera, respectively.This may include powering on or powering off the first camera and thesecond camera, enabling or disabling a functionality of the first cameraand the second camera, and so forth.

The electronic device includes components for communicatively couplingwith the remote electronic device, other devices, servers, etc. Forexample, although the above discussion is with regard to the electronicdevice communicatively coupling to a single remote electronic device,the electronic device may connect to any number of electronic device forproviding the immersive experience (e.g., three, four, etc.). In suchinstances, any number of users may interact within the shared area.Moreover, in some instances, the remote electronic device may representany type of electronic device, such as another of the electronic device,a laptop, a mobile device, a tablet, and so forth. In such instances,the remote electronic device may include components for capturing audioand/or visual content of the second user. In some instances, the remoteelectronic device may not include a projector for projecting the sharedarea, but rather, may present the shared area on a touch-sensitiveinterface of the remote electronic device. In such instances, the seconduser may interact with the touch-sensitive interface for digitallyinteracting with the first user.

The present disclosure provides an overall understanding of theprinciples of the structure, function, device, and system disclosedherein. One or more examples of the present disclosure are illustratedin the accompanying drawings. Those of ordinary skill in the art willunderstand that the devices and/or the systems specifically describedherein and illustrated in the accompanying drawings are non-limitingembodiments. The features illustrated or described in connection withone embodiment may be combined with the features of other embodiments,including as between systems and methods. Such modifications andvariations are intended to be included within the scope of the appendedclaims.

FIG. 1 illustrates a front perspective view of an electronic device 100.As shown, the electronic device 100 may include a generally-rectangularshaped body that sits upright on a surface (e.g., countertop, table,floor, etc.). In some instances, the electronic device 100 may be formedat least in part by a first housing 102 and a second housing 104.Collectively, the first housing 102 and the second housing 104 maycouple together to form a housing, or body, of the electronic device100. In some instances, the first housing 102 and the second housing 104may couple together using fasteners, adhesives, snap-fit, etc. The firsthousing 102 may be located at a front 106 of the electronic device 100,whereas the second housing 104 may be located at a back 108 of theelectronic device 100.

The electronic device 100 may represent an audiovisual device configuredto output content (i.e., audio, images, video, etc.) within anenvironment of the electronic device 100. For example, the electronicdevice 100 is shown including a display 110 located at the front 106 (orfront surface) of the electronic device 100. The first housing 102 mayinclude an opening for accommodating the display 110. The display 110may to present content to user(s) (e.g., images, video, etc.) and mayinclude any suitable display, such as a liquid crystal displays (LCD),plasma, organic light emitting diode (OLED), etc. As shown in FIG. 1,the display 110 may be rectangular shaped which, in some instances, maybe an eight inch display. However, other shaped displays are envisioned(e.g., circular, square, etc.). Additionally, in some instances, thedisplay 110 may be touch sensitive and capable of receiving touch input(e.g., pressing, touching, swiping, etc.).

The electronic device 100 may be utilized by a first user (e.g.,caregiver) for interacting with a second user (e.g., child) operating anadditional device (e.g., mobile phone, laptop, tablet, etc.) locatedremotely from the environment. In such instances, the display 110 of theelectronic device 100 may present the images and video of the seconduser. For example, the additional device of the second user may captureimages and/or video for transmission to the electronic device 100 andoutput on the display 110. To capture images and/or videos of the firstuser, the front 106 of the electronic device 100 may include a firstcamera 112. The first camera 112 may be disposed vertically above thedisplay 110 (Y-direction) for capturing images and/or video of the firstuser. For example, the first camera 112 may be oriented to captureimages and/or videos in front of the electronic device 100. In someinstances, the first camera 112 may include a wide-angle camera. Theimages and/or video captured by electronic device 100 may be output onthe additional device of the second user. For example, the first camera112 may capture images and/or video of the first user and transmit theimages and/or video to the additional device for output and viewing bythe second user.

The ambient light sensor 114 may sense an ambient light within theenvironment, for adjusting a brightness of the display 110. For example,the ambient light sensor 114 may include a photodetector that senses anamount of ambient light present. Based on the amount of ambient light,the electronic device 100 may appropriately dim the display 110. In someinstances, the ambient light sensor 114 may be positioned adjacent tothe first camera 112, above the display 110.

As discussed herein, the electronic device 100 may include a projectorfor presenting content to the first user. The projected content may bedisplayed in front of the electronic device 100 (Z-direction). In someinstances, the projected content may be presented within a shared spacelocated in front of the electronic device 100. Within the shared space,the first user may interact with the second user. For example, theprojector may present content onto the surface on which the electronicdevice 100 resides, and the first user may interact with the content.These interactions may be captured and presented to the second user.Similarly, as the second user interacts with the content displayed onthe additional device of the second user, these interactions may beoutput by the projector for viewing by the first user.

The electronic device 100 includes a projector housing 116 that housesthe projector. As shown, the projector housing 116 may be locatedproximal to a top 118 of the electronic device 100, above the display110. In some instances, the projector housing 116 may be integral with,or represent a component of, the first housing 102. The projectorhousing 116 is shown being disposed over the front 106 of the electronicdevice 100, or in front of the display 110 (Z-direction). The projectorhousing 116 may additionally couple to the second housing 104. As such,the projector housing 116 may protrude over the front 106 of theelectronic device 100. The projector housing 116 may also offset theprojector from a front surface of the electronic device 100. In someinstances, the projector housing 116 may orient the projector downwards,towards a bottom 120 of the electronic device 100 or towards the surfaceon which the electronic device 100 rests (or downward from the top 118of the electronic device 100). In doing so, the projector may projectcontent in front of the electronic device 100, within the shared space.

The projector housing 116 may house other components of the electronicdevice 100, such as a second camera and/or a sensor. Both of thesecomponents are discussed in detail herein. However, generally, thesecond camera may sense content of the first user within the sharedspace, and transmit data associated with the content to the additionaldevice of the second user. For example, if the first user places a pieceof paper within the shared space, the second camera may capture imagedata of the piece of paper. The image data may then be sent by theelectronic device 100 to the additional device for output. In someinstances, a field of view of the second camera may correspond to aprojection area of the projector, such that the electronic device 100captures content shared by the first user within the shared space.

The sensor (e.g., laser sensor or IR sensor) may detect interactions ofthe first user within the shared space. The sensor may be configured tosense reflections as emitted from an emitter (e.g., laser, IR, etc.) ofthe electronic device 100. For example, proximal to the bottom 120 ofthe electronic device 100, the electronic device 100 may include anemitter that emits a plane of light in front of the electronic device100. In some instances, the emitter may be located behind the frontsurface (Z-direction), within the electronic device 100. In suchinstances, the front surface of the electronic device 100 may include atransparent or semi-transparent material such that the light emitted bythe emitter may pass therethrough. The emitter may emit the plane oflight and the plane of light may run parallel to the surface on whichthe electronic device 100 resides. In some instance, the plane of lightmay be disposed vertically above the surface, such as approximatelybetween 1 mm and 5 mm. As the first user interacts within the sharedarea, fingers (or other implements used by the first user) of the firstuser pass through certain areas of the plane of light. As this happens,the sensor may detect scattering of the light to determine a position ofthe interactions. The position may indicate a location of theinteraction within the shared space, thereby knowing which portions ofthe content (as presented by the projector) the first user isinteracting with. Discussed herein, the electronic device 100 may thentransmit these interactions, as well as the images and/or video capturedby the electronic device 100, to the additional device for output andviewing by the second user.

The first housing 102 may include orifices 122 that disperse soundgenerated by loudspeaker(s) of the electronic device 100. The orifices122 may be disposed adjacent to one or more loudspeaker(s) locatedwithin an interior of the electronic device 100. For example, theloudspeaker(s) may reside beneath the first housing 102 (Z-direction).The orifices 122 permit sound generated by the loudspeaker(s) to passfrom the interior of the electronic device 100 to an exterior of theelectronic device 100. As shown, the orifices 122 may be locatedvertically below the display 110 (Y-direction), proximate to the bottom120 of the electronic device 100.

The electronic device 100 may include one or more buttons located alongone or more sides. For example, the electronic device 100 may include afirst button 124, a second button 126, and/or a third button 128 locatedalong a first side 130 of the electronic device 100. In some instances,the first button 124 and the second button 126 may correspond to avolume buttons, such as volume up and volume down. The third button 128may correspond to a power button. In some instances, the first button124, the second button 126, and/or the third button 128 may bemechanical buttons or electrical buttons (e.g., capacitive switch,etc.). Additionally, the first button 124, the second button 126, and/orthe third button 128 may have symbols that visually indicate theirassociated function (e.g., “+” for volume up). While the electronicdevice 100 is shown including three buttons, the electronic device 100may include more than or less than three buttons. Additionally, oralternatively, the first button 124, the second button 126, and/or thethird button 128 may be located elsewhere on the electronic device 100,such as on the top 118.

The first side 130 is further shown including a knob 132, or protrusion,that protrudes from the interior of the electronic device 100. The knob132 may represent a component of a shutter assembly of the electronicdevice 100. The knob 132 may be actuatable to cause components of theshutter assembly to cover (i.e., obstruct, block, impede, etc.) thefirst camera 112 and/or provide privacy. Similarly, the knob 132 may beactuatable to cause components of the shutter assembly to uncover (i.e.,unobstructed, unblocked, unimpeded, etc.) the first camera 112, such aswhen the electronic device 100 is in use. Additionally, the knob 132 maybe actuatable to cover and uncover additional camera(s) of theelectronic device 100, such as the second camera disposed within theprojector housing 116.

The knob 132 is moveable between a first position and a second positionwithin a channel 134 formed by the first housing 102. At the firstposition, such as that shown in FIG. 1, shutter assembly may notobstruct the first camera 112 (and/or additional camera(s)). In a secondposition, the knob 132 may be actuated downward (i.e., Y-direction) tocause the shutter assembly to obstruct the first camera 112 (and/or theadditional camera(s)).

In some instances, the electronic device 100 may include a lightindicator that indicates an operational status of the electronic device100, such as whether the electronic device 100 is projecting content,receiving audio, capturing images and/or video, and so forth. The lightindicator may be illuminated statically (e.g., one or more of the lightsources illuminated continuously) or dynamically (e.g., one or more ofthe light sources flashing simultaneously, illuminating one or more ofthe light sources sequentially, alternating which light sources areilluminated, etc.). Additionally, the light indicator may take a widerange of visual appearances by varying which light sources are on/off,the respective colors of the light sources, and the timing of activatingthe light sources. In some instances, the light indicator may be locatedalong the front 106, the top 118, etc.

The electronic device 100, or components thereof, such as the firsthousing 102 and the second housing 104, may be manufactured from aplurality of materials including plastic, metal, composites, and/orcombinations thereof. Additionally, the electronic device 100, orcomponents thereof, may be manufactured using a plurality ofmanufacturing processes, such as injection molding, cast molding, blowmolding, stamping, and/or a combination thereof.

FIG. 2 illustrates a rear perspective view of the electronic device 100,showing the back 108, the bottom 120, and a second side 200 of theelectronic device 100.

The electronic device 100 includes a base 202 located on the bottom 120.The base 202 may be formed at least in part by the first housing 102and/or the second housing 104, and may support the electronic device 100on a plurality of surfaces. In some instances, the base 202 may includeone or more pads 204 made of rubber, for instance, that secure theelectronic device 100 on a plurality of surfaces, such as on a desk,counter, shelf, etc. The pads 204 may also dampen and/or absorbvibrations of the electronic device 100 and/or may prevent theelectronic device 100 from rattling during use (e.g., via audio outputfrom the one or more loudspeaker(s)). In some instances, the base 202may also include identifiers of the electronic device 100 (e.g., serialnumber) and/or other product information associated with the electronicdevice 100.

The electronic device 100 includes mechanisms for dispersing heatgenerated by components of the electronic device 100 (e.g., the firstcamera 112, the projector, etc.). For example, the electronic device 100may circulate air within an interior of the electronic device 100 todissipate generated heat. In some instances, the second housing 104 mayinclude an inlet 206 through which air enters the electronic device 100and an outlet 208 through which the air exits the electronic device 100.The inlet 206 may include first orifices 210 for allowing air to enterthe electronic device 100. The outlet 208 may include second orifices212 for allowing air to exit the electronic device 100.

A fan disposed within the electronic device 100 may draw the air throughthe inlet 206 and vent the heated air out the outlet 208. Between theinlet 206 and the outlet 208, the electronic device 100 may includepassages (e.g., ducts, flues, channels, etc.) for routing the air acrosscomponents of the electronic device 100. The electronic device 100 mayalso include additional heat dissipating elements, such as heat syncs,to assist in dissipating heat. The fan and the heat dissipating elementsmay prevent the electronic device 100 from overheating during use andmay reduce a touch temperature of the electronic device 100.

As shown, the inlet 206 and the outlet 208 may be located distant fromone another. For example, the inlet 206 may be located closer to thebottom 120 of the electronic device 100 than the outlet 208. Locatingthe inlet 206 and the outlet 208 distant from one another may avoidheated air being drawn by the fan into the inlet 206. In some instances,the outlet 208 may include a manifold for directing exhausted air wayfrom the inlet 206.

FIG. 3 illustrates the front 106 of the electronic device 100, showingthe display 110, the first camera 112, and the ambient light sensor 114.The first housing 102 may include openings or features for accommodatingthe display 110, the first camera 112, and the ambient light sensor 114.For example, as the first camera and/or the ambient light sensor 114 mayreside beneath a front surface of the electronic device (Z-direction),portion of the front surface (e.g., cover) may be transparent.Additionally, the first housing 102 includes the orifices 122 fordispersing sound generated by loudspeaker(s) of the electronic device100, from within an interior of the electronic device 100 to an exteriorof the electronic device 100. In some instances, the orifices 122 may bearranged in a generally rectangular pattern across a surface of thefirst housing 102. The knob 132 is also shown projecting outward fromthe first side 130 for easily grasping.

The electronic device 100 includes a transparent area 300 through whichthe emitter may emit light. The transparent area 300 is shown in dashedlines to represent a portion of the first housing 102 (or cover) throughwhich the light passes. The transparent area 300 may be formed withinthe first housing 102, or in other words, the first housing 102 mayinclude the transparent area for allowing light to be emitted fromwithin the interior of the electronic device 100. In such instances,light emitted by the emitter may pass through the transparent area 300so as to create a plane of light in front of the electronic device 100.

The projector housing 116 extends from the first housing 102, so as tobe disposed over the front 106. The projector housing 116 may offset theprojector from the front 106. In some instances, the projector housing116 may include a width that is less than a width of the electronicdevice 100 (X-direction).

As shown, and in some instances, the display 110 may be disposed(Y-direction) between the first camera 112 and/or the ambient lightsensor 114, and the orifices 122. In some instances, the first camera112 and the ambient light sensor 114 may be located more proximal to thetop 118, as compared to the display 110 and the orifices 122.Additionally, in some instances, the orifices 122 may be located moreproximal to the bottom 120, as compared to the display 110, the firstcamera 112, and/or the ambient light sensor 114. The first camera 112and the ambient light sensor 114 may also be located between theprojector housing 116 and the display 110. Further, the transparent area300 is shown being disposed between the orifices 122 and the bottom 120of the electronic device 100.

FIG. 4 illustrates the back 108 of the electronic device 100, showingthe inlet 206 and the outlet 208. As discussed above, the inlet 206 maybe located more proximal to the bottom 120 as compared to the outlet208. As such, the outlet 208 may be located more proximal to the top 118as compared to the inlet 206. This arrangement of the inlet 206 and theoutlet 208 may avoid heated air exiting the outlet 208 being taken inthrough the inlet 206. For example, heated air vented through the outlet208 may rise in a direction away from the inlet 206 (i.e., Y-direction).

The inlet 206 and the outlet 208 may be formed via the first orifices210 and the second orifices 212, respectively, extending through thesecond housing 104. The inlet 206 and the outlet 208 are shown includinga generally rectangular shape, or stated alternatively, the firstorifices 210 and the second orifices 212 may be arranged in a generallyrectangular shape or pattern. Although the inlet 206 and the outlet 208are shown being located at certain positions, the inlet 206 and theoutlet 208 may be located elsewhere on the electronic device 100.Additionally, or alternatively, the inlet 206 and the outlet 208 (or thefirst orifices 210 and the second orifices 212) may take other shapesthan shown (e.g., circular, hexagonal, etc.).

The circulation of the air within the electronic device 100 is shownthrough a flow path 400. For example, noted above, air may enter theinlet 206, travel upward (Y-direction), around/over components of theelectronic device 100, and then exit the outlet 208. A fan disposedwithin the interior may direct the air through the electronic device 100and out the outlet 208. In some instances, the flow path 400 may flowwithin the projector housing 116 for transferring heat generated by theprojector, as well as additional components (e.g., second camera,printed circuit boards (PCBs), etc.) The interior of the electronicdevice 100, the first housing 102, and/or the second housing 104 mayinclude channels, manifolds, etc. for routing the air.

The back 108 is further shown including a receptacle 402 for receiving apower cord to power the electronic device 100. The receptacle 402includes a socket or plug-in into which the power cord may couple to theelectronic device 100.

FIGS. 5A and 5B illustrate side views of the electronic device 100. FIG.5A illustrates the first side 130 of the electronic device 100, whileFIG. 5B illustrates the second side 200 of the electronic device 100,opposite the first side 130.

The first side 130 is shown including the first button 124, the secondbutton 126, the third button 128, and the knob 132. As discussed above,first button 124, the second button 126, the third button 128, and/orthe knob 132 may be disposed through openings or channels of the firsthousing 102. For example, the first housing 102 may include the channel134 through which the knob 132 protrudes. Introduced above, the knob 132may slide within the channel 134, between the first position whereby theshutter assembly may not obstruct the first camera 112, and the secondposition, whereby the shutter assembly may obstruct the first camera112. In the first position, the knob 132 may be extended to a top-mostposition within the channel 134, for example, and permit images and/orvideo to be captured. Alternatively, in the second position, the knob132 may be extended to a bottom-most position within the channel 134 torestrict images and/or video to be captured. The knob 132 may be locatedproximal to the top 118 of the electronic device 100, adjacent to thefirst camera 112 of the electronic device 100.

In some instances, when the knob 132 is extended to the first position,a switch of the electronic device 100 may be activated to enable (e.g.,power on, enable function, etc.) the first camera 112. Additionally, oralternatively, when the knob 132 is extended to the second position, aswitch of the electronic device 100 may be activated to disable (e.g.,power off, disable function, etc.) the first camera 112. Actuation ofthe knob 132 may also obstruct additional camera(s) of the electronicdevice 100, such as a second camera within the projector housing 116. Assuch, shutter assembly may simultaneously obstruct the first camera 112and the second camera. Additional details of the shutter assembly arediscussed herein.

As discussed above, the electronic device 100 may be formed by couplingthe first housing 102 and the second housing 104 together. The secondhousing 104 is shown including a leg 500 that provides support to theelectronic device 100. For example, the leg 500 may prevent theelectronic device 100 tipping over. The leg 500 extends in a directionaway from the front 106, or away from the first housing 102(Z-direction). In some instances, the leg 500 may include the inlet 206through which the fan draws air into the electronic device 100.

As shown, portions of the electronic device 100 may be angled backwards,from the front 106 to the back 108 (about the Y-axis). The angling maylocate weight of the electronic device 100 relative to a centralvertical axis of the electronic device 100. For example, the projector,the fan, and/or other components of the electronic device 100 may belocated proximal to the top 118. The weight of these components mayraise a center of mass of the electronic device 100. To counterbalancethis weight, the display 110 and other portions of the electronic device100 may be slanted backward. This may locate a center of mass and/or acenter of gravity (CoG) above the base 202 for increasing a stability ofthe electronic device 100. In some instances, the display 110, or afront surface of the electronic device 100 may be angled backwardsbetween five degrees and ten degrees, relative to a vertical axis of theelectronic device 100 (Y-axis). As such, relative to the bottom 120 (orbase 202), the display 110 or the front surface may be disposed at anacute angle.

Additionally, angling of the display 110 may orient the display 110towards user(s) interacting with the electronic device 100. For example,orientating the display 110 upwards, from the surface on which theelectronic device 100 rests, may serve to orthogonally orient thedisplay 110 to the user(s). This may increase a viewing experience ofthe user(s). Additionally, the orientation may also angle the firstcamera 112 towards the users.

FIG. 6 illustrates the top 118 of the electronic device 100. Theprojector housing 116 is shown extending over the display 110, or afront surface of the electronic device 100. As such, the projectorwithin the projector housing 116 may be offset from the front surface,in a direction outward, from the electronic device 100 (Z-direction).

The electronic device 100 may include microphones 600 located at the top118. As shown, the microphones 600 may include four microphones 600disposed on the top 118 (X-direction). The microphones 600 may belocated along the top 118, distant from loudspeaker(s) of the electronicdevice 100 to limit interferences, echo, and noise. In some instances,audio captured by the microphones 600 may be used for acoustic echocancellation (AEC) or active noise cancellation. In some instances, themicrophones 600 (or microphone ports) may be disposed within the secondhousing 104. Although shown as including four microphones, themicrophones 600 may include an number of microphones, such as two, five,etc. Additionally, the microphones 600 maybe arranged in patterns (e.g.,circular, diamond, square, etc.). The microphones 600 may also be spacedapart from one another differently than illustrated in FIG. 6 (e.g., Xand/or Z-directions). The microphones 600 may capture audio, which insome instances, may be transmitted to the additional electronic devicefor output.

The leg 500 is further shown extending backwards, in a direction awayfrom the front 106, for increasing a stablishing of the electronicdevice 100. In some instances, a footprint of the bottom 120 may begreater than a footprint of the top 118 for increasing the stability ofthe electronic device 100.

FIG. 7 illustrates the bottom 120 of the electronic device 100, showingthe base 202 and the leg 500 of the second housing 104 for increasing astability of the electronic device 100. The base 202 is further shownincluding the pads 204 for securing the electronic device 100 on varioussurfaces. In some instances, the pads 204 may be disposed on the firsthousing 102 and/or the second housing 104.

FIG. 8 illustrates a bottom view of the projector housing 116, showing aprojector 800, a second camera 802, and/or a sensor 804. The projector800, the second camera 802, and the sensor 804 are shown in dashed linesto indicate their position behind (Y-direction) a pane 806. The dashedline representations of the projector 800, the second camera 802, and/orthe sensor 804 are merely representative. The projector 800, the secondcamera 802, and/or the sensor 804 may include different shapes (e.g.,square, hexagonal, etc.). In some instances, the pane 806 may preventdebris (e.g., dust) or other materials (e.g., food) entering theprojector 800, the second camera 802, and the sensor 804 (or assembliesthereof).

As shown, the projector 800, the second camera 802, and the sensor 804may be oriented downwards. In some instances, the projector 800 may beoriented orthogonal relation to a surface on which the electronic device100 resides. That is, although the display 110 may be oriented or tiltedbackwards relative to the surface, the projector 800 may orientedperpendicularly to the surface. In some instances, the second camera 802and/or the sensor 804 may be oriented outwards, or away from the frontsurface of the electronic device 10.

The projector 800 may project content within a shared space, which mayrepresent an area in front of the electronic device 100. For example,the projected content may represent interactions made by user(s)interacting with an additional device, and which communicatively couplesto the electronic device 100. As such, the projector 800 may projectcontent on top of (e.g., overlaid) content within the shared space. Thesecond camera 802 may capture images and/or videos within the sharedspace. For example, if the user of the electronic device 100 places apiece of homework within the shared space, the second camera 802 maycapture images and/or videos of the piece of homework for transmissionand output to the user(s) of additional device(s). The sensor 804 maydetect interactions of users of the electronic device 100, within theshared space. The sensor 804 may be configured to sense reflections fromlight, as emitted from an emitter of the electronic device 100. That is,as noted above, the emitter (e.g., a laser) emits a plane of light infront of the electronic device 100 and as the user interacts within theshared space, the user (e.g., fingers, implement, objects) may passthrough certain areas of the plane of light. As this happens, the sensor804 may detect scattering of the light to determine a position of theinteraction. These interactions, as well as the images and/or videocaptured by the electronic device 100, such as the second camera 802,may be sent to the additional device for output.

In some instances, the electronic device 100 may include one or moreproximity sensor(s) within the projector housing 116. The proximitysensor(s) may be disposed in close proximity to the projector 800. Theproximity sensor(s) may determine whether objects are within closeproximity to the projector 800. For example, if a user places his or herface proximal to the projector 800 (e.g., looking vertically up into theprojector housing 116), the proximity sensors may sense the face of theuser. In response, the projector 800 may power off, be disabled, orreduce an intensity of emitted light. This may prevent damage or injuryto the user. Alternatively, if no objects are detected in proximity tothe projector 800, the intensity of the projector 800 may increase.

In some instances, the projector 800 may be vertically aligned with thefirst camera 112. That is, the projector 800 may be aligned with thefirst camera 112, or positioned along a central axis of the electronicdevice 100 (X-direction). In some instances, the second camera 802 maybe disposed more proximate to the second side 200. Additionally, oralternatively, the sensor 804 may be disposed more proximate to thefirst side 130. However, although the projector 800, the second camera802, and the sensor 804 are shown in a certain order or placement, theprojector 800, the second camera 802, and the sensor 804 may be arrangeddifferently. For example, the second camera 802 may be disposed behind(Z-direction) the projector 800.

In some instances, the first camera 112 and the second camera 802 may beintegrated within a single camera. In such instances, the single cameramay include a wide angle lens for capturing images and/or video of theuser, as well as images and/or video within the shared space. In someinstances, the single camera may reside on the front 106 of theelectronic device 100.

FIGS. 9A and 9B illustrate cross-sectional views of the electronicdevice 100. Specifically, FIG. 9A illustrates a cross-sectional view ofthe electronic device 100 taken along a Y-Z plane that extends throughthe projector 800. FIG. 9B illustrates a cross-sectional view of theelectronic device 100 taken along a Y-Z plane that extends through thesecond camera 802.

The projector 800 is shown residing within the projector housing 116 andoriented in a direction downwards. For example, whereas the display 110may be oriented backwards, relative to a surface on which the electronicdevice 100 resides, the projector 800 may be oriented substantiallyorthogonal to the surface. In some instances, portions of the projector800 may be blocked to limit projection of the projector 800 to in frontof the electronic device 100. For example, a lens or other cover may beplaced over a half, side, or surface of the projector 800 to limitprojecting in a direction into the electronic device 100 (Z-direction).As such, the projector 800 may be oriented to present content in frontof the electronic device 100. In some instances, a bracket or otherframe may dispose and orient the projector 800 within the electronicdevice 100. The projector 800 may also be a component of a projectorsub-assembly 900, which includes, among other things main logic boards(MLBs), PCBs, heat syncs, controllers, lenses, brackets, etc.

The second camera 802 is also shown residing within the projectorhousing 116. As shown in FIG. 9B the second camera 802 may be orientedaway from the display 110, or away from the front 106 of the electronicdevice 100. That is, compared to the projector 800, the second camera802 may be oriented at angles other than being orthogonal to the surfaceon which the electronic device 100 resides. In such instances, thesecond camera 802 may capture content within the shared space.Additionally, the second camera 802 may include an RGB camera.

In some instances, the electronic device 100 may include components foraligning the projector 800, the second camera 802, and/or the sensor 804with the electronic device 100 (or within the projector housing 116).For example, screws may adjust field of views of the projector 800, thesecond camera 802, and/or the sensor 804, independently or collectively.

FIGS. 9A and 9B further illustrate a fan 902 of the electronic device100. The fan 902 resides within an interior of the electronic device100, such as within the second housing 104. The fan 902 is configured todraw air through the electronic device 100, from the inlet 206, and tothe outlet 208. In some instances, the fan 902 may represent acentrifugal fan and may operate at variable speeds for achievingdifferent flow rates (e.g., variable speed fan). For example, based on asensed temperature of the projector 800, varying voltages may be appliedto the fan 902 to regulate flow rates within the electronic device 100.As discussed above, the fan 902 may draw air across the display 110, theprojector 800, the second camera 802, and additional components of theelectronic device 100 (e.g., heat dissipating elements). In someinstances, air drawn by the fan 902 may route around a loudspeakerhousing 904 that houses a loudspeaker 906 of the electronic device 100.For example, air may be taken in through the inlet 206, routed between asurface of the loudspeaker housing 904 and a surface of the secondhousing 104, and up through the interior of the electronic device 100.As shown, the fan 902 may be disposed proximate the top 118 of theelectronic device 100.

The fan 902 may couple to a manifold 908, which may help direct the airwithin electronic device 100 and/or out of the electronic device 100.For example, as shown, the manifold 908 may be disposed adjacent to (orfluidly coupled to) the outlet 208. An outlet end of the fan 902 maycouple to the manifold 908. The loudspeaker housing 904 may also assistin directing air within electronic device 100.

The loudspeaker 906 is shown disposed proximal to the bottom 120 of theelectronic device 100. The loudspeaker 906 is oriented to output soundin a direction towards the front 106 of the electronic device 100,through the orifices 122. The loudspeaker 906 may be at least partiallyreceived within the loudspeaker housing 904. The loudspeaker housing 904may provide back volume to the loudspeaker 906 to enhance audiocharacteristics of the electronic device 100. For example, theloudspeaker housing 904 may include a chamber or cavity to provide backvolume to the loudspeaker 906. The loudspeaker housing 904 may include ashape and size for residing within the leg 500 of the second housing104, once the electronic device 100 is assembled. Additionally, foams orother gaskets may be disposed within and/or around the loudspeakerhousing 904 and/or the loudspeaker 906 to prevent rattling or vibrationsbeing imparted into the electronic device 100.

An emitter 910 resides within the electronic device 100, proximal to thebottom 120. As shown, the emitter 910 may reside beneath (Y-direction)the loudspeaker 906 and/or the loudspeaker housing 904. The emitter 910is oriented and arranged to output light (e.g., laser, IR, etc.) out thefront 106 of the electronic device 100. For example, as discussed above,light emitted by the emitter 910 may pass through the transparent area300 of the first housing 102. In some instance, the plane of light maybe disposed vertically above a surface on which the electronic device100 resides, such as approximately between 1 mm and 5 mm above thesurface.

FIG. 10 illustrates a partially exploded view of the electronic device100, showing the first housing 102, the projector housing 116, and thedisplay 110. The projector housing 116 and the display 110 areconfigured to couple to the first housing 102. The projector housing 116may, in some instances, additionally couple to the second housing 104.In some instances, the first housing 102 may include flanges, pins, orother mechanisms for aligning components within the first housing 102and/or to otherwise assist in mounting components to and/or within thefirst housing 102.

The first housing 102 may include openings, ports, sockets, and so forthfor receiving components of the electronic device 100. For example, thefirst housing 102 may include openings for receiving the display 110,the projector housing 116, the first button 124, the second button 126,the third button 128, and/or the knob 132. In such instances, the firstbutton 124, the second button 126, the third button 128, and the knob132 may be disposed at least partially through the openings in the firsthousing 102.

To permit operation of the first button 124, the second button 126, andthe third button 128, the electronic device 100 may include a buttonsupport 1000. The button support 1000 may reside beneath the firsthousing 102 (X-direction) and may assist in providing a mechanicalstroke and/or action, such as giving the first button 124, the secondbutton 126, and the third button 128 tactility and mechanical action.This allows the first button 124, the second button 126, and the thirdbutton 128 to be depressed and returned to a resting state. In someinstances, the electronic device 100 may include a button PCB fordetermining button presses, or may communicatively couple to one or moreMLBs, PCBs, etc. of the electronic device 100.

In some instances, the display 110 may be a component of a cover 1002.The cover 1002 may be disposed over a front, or in front, of the firsthousing 102 and may represent a front surface of the electronic device100. In such instances, the cover 1002 may include openings, slots,receptacle, and/or cut-outs for other components of the electronicdevice 100, such as the projector housing 116. These components may sealto the first housing 102 via one or more gaskets, fasteners (e.g.,screw, adhesives, etc.), and/or alignment mechanisms. However, in someinstances, the cover 1002 may be omitted and the display 110 mayrepresent a front surface of the electronic device 100.

In some instances, the cover 1002 may include a substantially continuoussurface and may be at least partially translucent (e.g., such as clear,transparent, etc.) such that the emitter 910 of the electronic device100 may omit light therethrough. The continuous surface of the cover1002 may also provide the electronic device with a uniform and aestheticappearance. Additionally, the translucent material may allow one or morecameras (or sensors) located within the electronic device 100 to captureimages and/or of the user and/or the environment. In some instances, thecover 1002 may include glass, clear plastic, or any other material thatallows light to pass therethrough.

The electronic device 100 is shown including a projector housingassembly 1004 and a shutter assembly 1006, each of which are discussedherein in detail. Components of the projector housing assembly 1004 mayreside within, or couple to, the projector housing 116. Additionally,the projector housing 116 may include a cavity for allowing air tocirculate within the projector housing 116 and transferring heat awayfrom components of the projector housing assembly 1004, such as theprojector 800, the second camera 802, and the sensor 804. For example,the fan 902 may circulate air within the cavity.

The shutter assembly 1006 may couple to components of the electronicdevice 100, such as the first housing 102 and/or frames, brackets,mounts, etc. of the electronic device 100. The shutter assembly 1006 isactuatable to simultaneously cover (e.g., obstruct) and uncover (e.g.,unobstruct) the first camera 112 and the second camera 802.

FIG. 11 illustrates a partially exploded view of the electronic device100, showing example components of the projector housing assembly 1004.

The projector housing assembly 1004 may include the second camera 802and the sensor 804. Flex circuits or other connectors maycommunicatively couple the second camera 802 and the sensor 804 toprocessing components of the electronic device 100, such as MLBs, PCBs,controllers, etc. The pane 806 may couple to the first housing 102 forprotecting the second camera 802 and the sensor 804 from debris (as wellas the projector 800).

The projector housing assembly 1004 is further shown including a frame1100, which may receive the projector 800, the second camera 802, and/orthe sensor 804. The frame 1100 may include components for respectivelyorienting the projector 800, the second camera 802, and/or the sensor804. For example, the frame 1100 may include receptacles for receivingthe projector 800, the second camera 802, and/or the sensor 804, orthrough which the projector 800, the second camera 802, and/or thesensor 804 are configured to present and/or capture content,respectively.

The projector housing assembly 1004 may include a flexible printedcircuit assembly (FPCA) 1102 having one or more time of flight (TOF)sensors. The TOF sensors may be utilized to determine depth informationwithin an environment of the electronic device 100. In some instances,the TOF sensors may be utilized along with the sensor 804 fordetermining interactions and/or locations of the interactions within theshared space. In some instances, the TOF sensors may mount to the frame1100. Additionally, one or more baffles 1104 may assist in mounting ororienting the TOF sensors.

The projector housing assembly 1004 may further include any number offasteners (e.g., screws), gaskets, seals, alignment mechanisms,adhesives, and so forth for assembling or coupling components of theprojector housing assembly 1004 together. For example, adhesives mayfasten the TOF sensors to the frame 1100.

FIG. 12 illustrates a partially exploded view of the electronic device100, showing example components of the shutter assembly 1006. Details ofindividual components of the shutter assembly 1006 are discussed herein,however, in some instances, the shutter assembly 1006 may includeshutter switch 1200, having the knob 132, a shutter link 1202, having afirst cover 1204, a shutter arm 1206, having a second cover 1208, and ashutter bracket 1210.

The components of the shutter assembly 1006 may operably couple togetherto permit actuation of the shutter switch 1200 to obstruct andunobstruct the first camera 112 and the second camera 802. For example,actuation of the shutter switch 1200 may cause components of the shutterassembly 1006 to maneuver and either obstruct or unobstruct the firstcamera 112 and the second camera 802. That is, a single actuation of theshutter switch 1200 may simultaneously obstruct or unobstruct the firstcamera 112 and the second camera 802. In some instances, the first cover1204 may obstruct and unobstruct the first camera 112, while the secondcover 1208 may obstruct and unobstruct the second camera 802. The firstcover 1204 may obstruct the first camera 112 through being physicallydisposed with a field of view of the first camera 112. In someinstances, the first cover 1204 may couple to the shutter link 1202. Asthe shutter link 1202 translates, a coupling of the first cover 1204 tothe shutter link 1202 may cause the first cover 1204 to translate aswell. In some instances, the first cover 1204 may include tabs 1214 thatengage with features of the shutter link 1200 (as discussed herein). Forexample, the tabs 1214 may snap into keyways or other sockets of theshutter link 1200.

The second cover 1208 may obstruct the second cover 1208 through beingphysically disposed with a field of view of the second camera 802. Insome instances, gaskets, bushings, or collars, such as collars 1212 mayassist in the movement of components of the shutter assembly 1006. Forexample, the collars 1212 may include Teflon® collars or otherfrictional members that create interference fits within passages of theshutter arm 1206 to allow for movement of the shutter arm 1206.

Additionally, or alternatively, actuation of the shutter switch 1200 mayenable and disable (e.g., power on or power off) the first camera 112and/or the second camera 802. For example, the shutter switch 1200 mayengage with a switch communicatively coupled to the first camera 112and/or the second camera 802. When the shutter switch 1200 is actuatedto obstruct the first camera 112 and the second camera 802 the shutterswitch 1200 (or another component of the shutter assembly 1006) mayengage the switch to disable the first camera 112 and the second camera802. When the shutter switch 1200 is activated to unobstruct the firstcamera 112 and the second camera 802, the shutter switch 1200 maydisengage with the switch to enable the first camera 112 and the secondcamera 802. In some instances, disabling the first camera 112 and thesecond camera 802 may include disabling one or more power rails of thefirst camera 112 and the second camera 802, respectively. In suchinstances, disabling power to one or more rails may disable afunctionality of the first camera 112 and the second camera 802,respectively.

FIG. 13 illustrates the shutter switch 1200 of the shutter assembly1006. The shutter switch 1200 includes an elongated body, having a firstend 1300 and a second end 1302. The knob 132 is sized and shaped to fitwithin the channel 134 of the first housing 102. For example, whencoupled to the first housing 102, the knob 132 may be disposed throughthe channel 134 for being grasped by the user. The shutter switch 1200,as discussed above, is configured to maneuver between a position atwhich the shutter assembly 1006 obstructs cameras of the electronicdevice 100, and a position at which the shutter assembly 1006 does notobstruct cameras of the electronic device 100. In some instances,shutter switch 1200 may include features for permitting translation ofthe shutter switch 1200 once coupled to the first housing 102 (e.g.,slides, keyways, etc.).

The first end 1300 may include a first projection 1304 and the secondend 1302 may include a second projection 1306. The first projection 1304and the second projection 1306 may engage with corresponding protrusions(or slots) of the first housing 102. For example, the first housing 102may include a first slot, protrusion, etc. in which the first projection1304 engages when the shutter switch 1200 is actuated to obstruct thecameras, and a second slot protrusion, etc. in which the secondprojection 1306 engages when the shutter switch 1200 is actuated tounobstruct the cameras. The engagement between the first projection 1304and the second projection 1306 with the first protrusion and the secondprotrusion, respectively, may provide haptic feedback to the user toindicate the position of the shutter switch 1200 (e.g., snap-like feel,click-like feel, etc.).

The shutter switch 1200 may include indicators to visually indicatewhether the shutter assembly 1006 is obstructing the cameras or notobstructing the cameras. For example, the shutter switch 1200 mayinclude a first portion 1308 having a first color (e.g., white, green,etc.) that indicates that the shutter assembly 1006 is not obstructingthe cameras. That is, when the shutter switch 1200 is advanced to atop-most position, the first portion 1308 may be visible within thechannel 134, indicating that the shutter assembly 1006 is notobstructing the cameras. Alternatively, a second portion 1310 may have asecond color (e.g., red, orange, etc.) that indicates that the shutterassembly 1006 is obstructing the cameras. That is, when the shutterswitch 1200 is advanced to a bottom-most position, the second portion1310 may be visible within the channel 134, indicating that the shutterassembly 1006 is obstructing the cameras.

The shutter switch 1200 may also include a protrusion 1312 for engagingwith additional components of the shutter assembly 1006 for transferringmotion to either obstruct or uncover the cameras.

FIG. 14 illustrates the shutter link 1202 of the shutter assembly 1006.The shutter link 1202 is shown including vertical member 1400, ahorizontal member 1402, and a flange 1404. The vertical member 1400 mayengage with at least a portion of the shutter switch 1200 for impartingmotion to the shutter link 1202. As such, when the shutter switch 1200vertically translates (Y-direction), the shutter link 1202 mayvertically translate as well. For example, the vertical member 1400 (orthe shutter link 1202) may include a pocket 1406 within which theprotrusion 1312 of the shutter switch 1200 engages.

The vertical member 1400 may also align the shutter link 1202 within theelectronic device 100. For example, surfaces of the vertical member 1400may engage with channels, slots, etc. of the first housing 102. Theengagement of the vertical member 1400 with the first housing 102 inthis manner may avoid the shutter link 1202 skewing or repositioning toundesired positions with the electronic device 100 during actuation. Inother words, the vertical member 1400 may assist the shutter link 1202vertically translating (up and down) within the electronic device 100 asthe shutter switch 1200 is actuated.

The horizontal member 1402 extends transversely from the vertical member1400, in a direction towards a center of the electronic device 100(X-direction). The horizontal member 1402 includes a distal end 1408having keyways 1410 (e.g., slots, indents, etc.). The keyways 1410 mayengage with correspond features of the first cover 1204. For example,the keyways 1410 may receive the tabs 1214 of the first cover 1204 forcoupling the first cover 1204 and the shutter link 1200 together. Indoing so, as the shutter link 1202 translates (e.g., up and down in theY-direction), the first cover 1204 may correspondingly translate toobstruct and uncover the first camera 112.

The flange 1404 is shown including a channel 1412 that acts a cam foractuating the shutter arm 1206. For example, as discussed herein, theshutter arm 1206 may include a pin that is received by the channel 1412.Correspondingly, the channel 1412 may be sized to receive the pin fortranslating the shutter arm 1206. The channel 1412 is shown extending inmultiple directions, such as snaking or winding through the flange 1404.For example, the channel 1412 may extend in a first direction, from abottom end 1414 of the shutter link 1202 to a top end 1416 of theshutter link 1202 (Y-direction). Additionally, the channel 1412 mayextend in a second direction that is transverse to the first direction,such as from a proximal end 1418 of the shutter link 1202 to the distalend 1408 of the shutter link 1202 (X-direction). The channel 1412 maytherefore extend in the first direction, towards the top end 1416, curveoutward from the proximal end 1418, in the second direction towards thedistal end 1408, and extend towards the top end 1416. The channel 1412may include a serpentine path as the channel 1412 extends in a directionfrom the bottom end 1414 to the top end 1416.

FIG. 15 illustrates the shutter arm 1206, which may represent a sliderfor obstructing and unobstructing the second camera 802. The shutter arm1206 is configured to translate within the electronic device 100 forobstructing and unobstructing the second camera 802. The shutter arm1206 is shown including an elongated body 1500 that extends between aproximal end 1502 and a distal end 1504. The proximal end 1502 includesa pin 1506 that engages within the channel 1412. For example, the pin1506 may slide or traverse within the channel 1412 as the shutter link1202 is actuated (e.g., via the shutter switch 1200). The distal end1504 includes the second cover 1208 for obstructing and unobstructingthe second camera 802. As shown, the second cover 1208 may extend awayfrom a longitudinal direction of the shutter arm 1206, so as to bedisposed within the projector housing 116 for obstructing andunobstructing the second camera 802.

The elongated body 1500 defines a first passage 1508 and a secondpassage 1510. As discussed herein, fasteners may be disposed through thefirst passage 1508 and the second passage 1510, respectively, forcoupling the shutter arm 1206 to the first housing 102. For example, thefasteners may translate between or within ends of the first passage 1508and the second passage 1510, respectively. That is, as the shutter link1202 actuates, this actuation is imparted into the shutter arm 1206 (viathe pin 1506 engaging with channel 1412), and the shutter arm 1206 maytranslate between the fasteners. As such, movement of the shutter arm1206 may be limited as the fasteners come into contact with ends of thefirst passage 1508 and the second passage 1510, respectively.

The fasteners disposed through the first passage 1508 and the secondpassage 1510 may also permit the sliding movement of the shutter arm1206 during actuation of the shutter switch 1200. For example, theengagement between the fasteners and the first passage 1508 and thesecond passage 1510 may align the shutter arm 1206 within the electronicdevice 100 for obstructing and unobstructing the second camera 802.

FIG. 16 illustrates an interior of the first housing 102, including thechannel 134 through which the knob 132 of the shutter switch 1200 mayextend. The first housing 102 is further shown including a firstprotrusion 1600 (e.g., jut, bulge, etc.) and a second protrusion 1602that may, in some instances, extend outward from the first housing 102(X-direction). The first protrusion 1600 and the second protrusion 1602may engage with the first projection 1304 and the second projection 1306of the shutter switch 1200, respectively.

For example, when the shutter link 1202 is advanced downward to obstructthe first camera 112 and second camera 802, the first projection 1304pass over the first protrusion 1600. This may provide a haptic feel(e.g., snap-like) that indicates the shutter assembly 1006 isobstructing the first camera 112 and the second camera 802.Comparatively, when the shutter link 1202 is advanced upwards to actuatethe shutter assembly 1006 to unobstruct the first camera 112 and thesecond camera 802, the first projection 1304 may pass over the firstprotrusion 1600, and upon advancing further upwards, the secondprojection 1306 pass over the second protrusion 1602. This may provide ahaptic feel (e.g., snap-like) that indicates the shutter assembly 1006is not obstructing the first camera 112 and the second camera 802. Assuch, when the shutter assembly 1006 is in the first position to uncoverthe first camera 112 and the second camera 802, the second projection1306 may engage with the second protrusion 1602, and when the shutterassembly 1006 is in the second position to obstruct the first camera 112and the second camera 802, the first projection 1304 may engage with thefirst protrusion 1600.

FIG. 17 illustrates an engagement between the shutter link 1202 and theshutter arm 1206. The knob 132 of the shutter switch 1200 is showndisposed through the channel 134 of the first housing 102, and engagingwith the shutter link 1202. For example, the protrusion 1312 of theshutter switch 1200 may engage with the pocket 1406 of the shutter link1202. In doing so, as the shutter switch 1200 translates (e.g., up anddown in the Y-direction), the shutter link 1202 may correspondinglytranslate.

The pin 1506 of the shutter arm 1206 is shown being disposed within thechannel 1412 of the shutter link 1202. For example, the pin 1506 isshown being extended to a top-most position of the channel 1412. At thisposition, the shutter link 1202 may not be actuated downwards given theinteraction between the pin 1506 and an end of the channel 1412. In FIG.17, the shutter assembly 1006 is in a position associated withobstructing the first camera 112 and the second camera 802. However, theas the shutter link 1202 is actuated upwards, the engagement between thepin 1506 and the channel 1412 may actuate to advance the shutter arm1206 and uncover the first camera 112 and the second camera 802. Thismay be accomplished, in part, given the serpentine path of the channel1412.

To elaborate, from the view shown in FIG. 17, the shutter switch 1200may be actuated in a first direction 1700 (Y-direction). With thisactuation, the shutter link 1202 may also advance in the first direction1700, and in doing so, the first cover 1204 may uncover the first camera112. At the same time, when the shutter link 1202 is advanced in thefirst direction 1700, the shutter arm 1206 may be pulled in a seconddirection 1702 (X-direction). The second direction 1702 may betransverse to the first direction 1700. More particularly, the shutterarm 1206 is advanced in the second direction 1702 given the engagementbetween the pin 1506 and the channel 1712. For example, as shown, as theshutter link 1202 is advanced in the first direction 1700, the pin 1506may follow a curvature of the channel 1412 to advance the shutter arm1206 in the second direction 1702. This causes the second cover 1208 onthe shutter arm 1206 to uncover the second camera 802.

Movement of the shutter arm 1206 is also permitted via a first fastener1704, which is engaged or residing within the first passage 1508 of theshutter arm 1206. As shown in FIG. 17, the shutter arm 1206 may beadvanced in the second direction 1702 given the position of the firstfastener 1704 in the first passage 1508 (e.g., abutting an end of thefirst passage 1508). In some instances, the first fastener 1704 may bedisposed through the collar 1212, which engages with an interior surfaceof the first passage 1508. The collar 1212 may be made of Teflon® forassisting in the translation movement of the shutter arm 1206 in thesecond direction 1702.

FIG. 18 illustrates the shutter switch 1200 engaged with the firsthousing 102. For example, as shown, the shutter switch 1200 may bedisposed against a side of the first housing 102, for disposing the knob132 through the channel 134.

The shutter switch 1200 is also shown engaged with the shutter link1202. For example, the protrusion 1312 of the shutter switch 1200 may bereceived within the pocket 1406 of the shutter link 1202. However, theshutter switch 1200 and/or the shutter link 1202 may include additionalfeatures (e.g., slots, tabs, projections, etc.) for coupling the shutterswitch 1200 and the shutter link 1202 together.

As also illustrated in FIG. 18, the first projection 1304 of the shutterlink 1202 may engage with the first protrusion 1600 of the first housing102. Additionally, although not shown in FIG. 18, the shutter bracket1210 may dispose the shutter switch 1200 against the first housing 102to permit engagement between the first projection 1304 and the firstprotrusion 1600 of the first housing 102. For example, the shutterbracket 1210 may hold the shutter switch 1200 against a sidewall of thefirst housing 102. In some instances, foam may be disposed between theshutter bracket 1210 and the shutter switch 1200 provide a force thatholds the shutter switch 1200 against a sidewall of the first housing102.

FIG. 19 illustrates the shutter link 1202 engaged with shutter arm 1206.As discussed above, the pin 1506 engages within the channel 1412 of theshutter link 1202 for actuating the shutter arm 1206 between positionsfor obstructing and unobstructing the second camera 802. As shown inFIG. 19, the shutter assembly 1006 is in the second position associatedwith obstructing the first camera 112 and the second camera 802.

The shutter arm 1206 is shown being secured within the electronic device100 (e.g., to the first housing 102) via the first fastener 1704 and asecond fastener 1900. The first fastener 1704 is shown residing withinthe first passage 1508 and the second fastener 1900 is shown residingwithin the second passage 1510. In some instances, the second fastener1900 may be disposed through the collar 1212 that engages within aninterior of the second passage 1510. The collar 1212 may create aninterference fit with the second passage 1510. As the shutter arm 1206actuates, the first fastener 1704 and the second fastener 1900 maytranslate within the first passage 1508 and the second passage 1510,respectively, between ends thereof. That is, the shutter arm 1206 mayactuate to dispose the first fastener 1704 and the second fastener 1900between ends of the first passage 1508 and the second passage 1510,respectively. In some instances, bushings may be disposed around thefirst fastener 1704 and the second fastener 1900 and engage with thefirst passage 1508 and the second passage 1510, respectively. Thebushings may assist in translational movement of the shutter arm 1206 inthe second directions 1702.

As the shutter switch 1200 is actuated in the first direction 1700, theshutter arm 1206 may be actuated in the second direction 1702. That is,from the position shown in FIG. 19, the shutter switch 1200 may beadvanced in the first direction 1700 (i.e., upwards in the Y-direction).The engagement between the pin 1506 and the channel 1412 may effectuateto translate actuation of the shutter link 1202 in the first direction1700 to actuation of the shutter arm 1206 in the second direction 1702.In some instances, the first direction 1700 and the second direction maybe orthogonal (i.e., perpendicular) to one another.

FIG. 20 illustrates the second cover 1208 being disposed within a fieldof view of the second camera 802. In doing so, the second cover 1208 mayobstruct the second camera 802 for capturing images and/or videos. Asdiscussed above, the second camera 802 may be disposed within theprojector housing 116. As such, the second cover 1208 transverselyextends from the shutter arm 1206, in a direction towards the projectorhousing (Z-direction), so as to be disposed within the projector housing116.

FIG. 21 illustrates a partial cross-sectional view of the projectorhousing 116, showing the second cover 1208 disposed within a field ofview of the second camera 802. As illustrated, the second cover 1208 mayextend from the shutter arm 1206 for being disposed within the field ofview of the second camera 802. Advancing the second cover 1208 in thesecond direction 1702 (X-direction) unobstructs the second camera 802and permits the second camera 802 to capture images and/or videos.

The projector housing 116 is further shown including a cavity 2100within which components may reside (e.g., projector sub-assembly 900,the second camera 802, etc.). The cavity 2100 may fluidly connect to thefan 902 of the electronic device 100 to allow air to be circulatedwithin the projector housing 116 for dissipating heat generated by theprojector 800, the second camera 802, the sensor 804, etc.

FIG. 22 illustrates the first cover 1204 obstructing the first camera112. The first cover 1204 is shown including a generally circular shapefor obstructing a field of view of the first camera 112. The first cover1204 is actuated via a support 2200 coupled to the keyways 1410 of theshutter link 1202. The support 2200 is shown extending through a slit2202 of the first housing 102. Within the slit 2202, the support 2200may translate (Y-direction) for obstructing and unobstructing the firstcamera 112.

As shown in FIG. 22, the first cover 1204 is obstructing the firstcamera 112. However, the shutter link 1202 may actuate in the firstdirection 1700, which in turn, actuates the support 2200 upward, in thefirst direction 1700, within the slit 2202 (Y-direction). This actuationuncovers the first camera 112, or disposes the first cover 1204 out of afield of view of the first camera 112. The support 2200 may include keysthat engage with the keyways 1410 in the shutter link 1202 for couplingthe first cover 1204 to the shutter link 1202.

FIG. 23 illustrates a partially exploded view of the electronic device100. The projector housing 116, the first button 124, the second button126, the third button 128, the shutter assembly 1006, and the display110 are shown coupled to the first housing 102. In some instances,gaskets, seals, and/or bushings may couple the projector housing 116,for example, to the first housing 102.

The electronic device 100 includes a main logic board (MLB) 2300 thatcarries out and perform functions of the electronic device 100. Forexample, the MLB 2300 may cause content to be presented on the display110 and/or may recognize touch gestures on the display 110. In someinstances, the MLB 2300 may include any number of processors, memory,circuits, transformers, power supplies, and so forth. Additionalcomputing components of the electronic device 100 may couple to the MLB2300 and/or the electronic device 100 may include additional PCBs,modules, etc. For example, the electronic device 100 may include one ormore antennas for communicatively coupling the electronic device 100 toone or more additional computing devices, such as mobile phones,tablets, computers, portable audio input/output devices, and/or anyother computing device capable of communication.

In some instances, the antennas (or interfaces) may include ZigBee,Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Wi-Fi, adaptive frequencytechnology (AFT), or the like. In some instances, the electronic device100 may include multiple antennas to reduce latency in transmissionsbetween the electronic device 100 and/or one or more communicativelycoupled computing devices. In some instances, the antennas may belocated proximal to the top 118 of the electronic device to increase areceived signal strength of data and/or provide increased connectionswhen communicatively coupled to computing devices. In some instances,the antennas may be located on the MLB 2300, one or more PCBs within thefirst housing 102 and/or the second housing 104, and/or elsewhere withinthe electronic device 100.

The electronic device 100 may include one or more heat dissipatingframes, elements, heatsinks, or pads to dissipate heat generated bycomponents of the electronic device 100. For instance, the processor(s),the display 110, power supply(ies), the MLB 2300, the projector 800, andso forth may generate heat during use. To dissipate heat the electronicdevice 100 may include one or more heat dissipating elements. The heatdissipating elements may serve to reduce a touch temperature of theelectronic device 100 and prevent the electronic device 100 overheating.For example, the electronic device 100 may include a first heatdissipating element 2302 coupled to the projector 800 and a second heatdissipating element 2304 coupled to the MLB 2300. In some instances, thefirst heat dissipating element 2302 may be a component of the projectorsub-assembly 900. The first heat dissipating element 2302 and the secondheat dissipating element 2304 may include fins, coils, and/or adequatesurface area to dissipate generated heat. The first heat dissipatingelement 2302 and the second heat dissipating element 2304 may includematerials for effectively dissipating heat, such as copper, magnesium,and/or aluminum. However, although illustrated as having a certainnumber of heat dissipating elements, the electronic device 100 mayinclude any number of heat dissipating elements.

The projector sub-assembly 900 includes the projector 800 as well as abracket 2306 for orienting the projector 800. In some instances,components of the projector sub-assembly 900 may mount to the bracket2306. In some instances, the first heat dissipating element 2302 maycouple to the projector 800, or the bracket 2306, for dissipating heatgenerated by the projector 800. The bracket 2306 may couple tocomponents of the first housing 102, the second housing 104, and/or theprojector housing 116. Additionally, the projector sub-assembly 900 mayinclude flex circuits for communicatively coupling the projector 800 (ormodules thereof) to components of the electronic device 100, such as theMLB 2300.

The loudspeaker 906 is shown disposed proximal to the bottom 120 of theelectronic device 100. The loudspeaker 906 is oriented to output soundin a direction towards the front 106 of the electronic device 100,through the orifices 122. The loudspeaker 906 may be at least partiallyreceived within the loudspeaker housing 904. The loudspeaker housing 904may provide back volume to the loudspeaker 906 to enhance audiocharacteristics of the electronic device 100. For example, theloudspeaker housing 904 may include a chamber or cavity to provide backvolume to the loudspeaker 906. The loudspeaker housing 904 may include ashape and size for residing within the leg 500 of the second housing 104once the electronic device 100 is assembled. A cable 2308 maycommunicatively couple the loudspeaker 906 to the MLB 2300 for receivingpower and/or causing output of audio.

The electronic device 100 includes the emitter 910, which in someinstances, may include a laser emitter or an IR emitter. The emitter 910may include a wide-angle lens for emitting light within the sharedspace. The emitter 910 may emit light through the transparent area 300of the first housing 102 (or of the cover 1002) to generate a plane oflight in front of the electronic device 100. The plane of light may beused to sense touch inputs, or interactions, by the sensor 804.

The electronic device 100 may include any number of flex circuits,wires, fibers, cables, and so forth for communicatively couplecomponents of the electronic device 100. Additionally, additionalcomponents may couple to, or be disposed on, the MLB 2300. For example,shielding plates, grounding foams, and/or isolating foams may to guardagainst incoming or outgoing emissions of electromagnetic frequencies ofthe electronic device 100.

FIG. 24 illustrates a partially exploded view of the electronic device100. In FIG. 24, the first heat dissipating element 2302, the secondheat dissipating element 2304, the loudspeaker housing 904, and theemitter 910 are shown coupled to the first housing.

The electronic device 100 include a microphone PCB 2400 which generatesaudio signals via sound captured by microphones 600 of the electronicdevice 100. The microphone PCB 2400 may include respective microphonesof the electronic device 100. For example, as discussed above, theelectronic device 100 may include four microphones 600, and in suchinstances, the microphone PCB 2400 may support and/or include themicrophones 600. In some instances, the microphones 600 may be orientedtowards the top 118, or the microphone PCB 2400 may orient themicrophones 600 towards the top 118 of the electronic device 100. Themicrophone PCB 2400 communicatively couple to the MLB 2300 via one ormore flex circuits, for example.

The second housing 104 may include corresponding microphone ports (e.g.,four) that extend through a thickness of the second housing 104. Themicrophone ports may direct sound from an exterior of the electronicdevice 100 to within an interior of the electronic device 100. In someinstances, the microphone port(s) may be sealed or covered with anacoustic mesh or membrane material that prevents or substantiallyprevents the ingress of debris (e.g., dust) or moisture into theinterior of the electronic device 100, while allowing sound to permeatetherethrough and reach the microphone(s). The mesh may also acousticallyseal the microphones 600.

The fan 902 resides within an interior of the electronic device 100. Thefan is configured to draw air through the electronic device 100, fromthe inlet 206 to the outlet 208. As discussed above, the fan 902 maydraw air across the display 110, the projector 800, the first heatdissipating element 2302, and the second heat dissipating element 2304.The fan 902 may couple to the manifold 908, which may help direct theair within electronic device 100. In some instances, the manifold 908may direct air out of the outlet 208. For example, the manifold 908 maycouple to the second housing 104 to fluidly connect the manifold 908 tothe outlet 208. A gasket 2402 may assist in sealing the manifold 908 tothe second housing 104.

Once the first housing 102 and the second housing 104 couple together,the electronic device 100 may form a compact enclosure for components ofthe electronic device 100. Once coupled, the second housing 104 mayenclose or encapsulate components coupled to the first housing 102(e.g., the MLB 2300.). Additionally, upon assembly, the electronicdevice 100 may have a smooth, compact, and aesthetic appearance with novisible fasteners or wires.

In some instances, the first housing 102 and the second housing 104 maysnap together. To permit coupling of the first housing 102 and thesecond housing 104, the first housing 102 and the second housing 104 mayrespectively include attachment mechanisms. For example, the firsthousing 102 may include first attachment mechanisms that engage withsecond attachment mechanisms of the second housing 104. By way ofexample, the first attachment mechanisms may resemble tabs, hooks,protrusions, keys, keyways, slots, other male/female connectors, and/ora combination thereof, which are complimentary to engage the secondattachment mechanisms. In some instances, individual attachmentmechanisms of the first attachment mechanisms may engage with individualattachment mechanisms of the second attachment mechanisms. The firsthousing 102 and the second housing may include complimentary alignmentmechanisms for aligning the first housing 102 and the second housing 104upon assembly (e.g., pins, tabs, etc.).

FIG. 25 illustrates the emitter 910 of the electronic device 100. Asillustrated, the emitter 910 is disposed proximal to the bottom 120,beneath (Y-direction) the loudspeaker 906. The emitter 910 is orientedand arranged to output light (e.g., laser) toward the front 106 of theelectronic device 100. For example, as discussed above, light emitted bythe emitter 910 may pass through the transparent area 300 of the firsthousing 102 (or of the cover 1002). The transparent area 300 is locatedbeneath (Y-direction) the orifices 122, which allows light emitted bythe emitter 910 to pass therethrough. In some instance, the plane oflight may be disposed vertically above a surface on which the electronicdevice 100 resides, such as approximately between 1 mm and 5 mm abovethe surface.

FIGS. 26A-26E illustrate areas and/or field of views of variouscomponents of the electronic device 100. In some instances, the areasand/or field of views may not be shown at scale relative to a size ofthe electronic device 100. Additionally, the areas and/or field of viewsmay include sizes and shapes differently than illustrated.

Beginning with FIG. 26A, a projection area 2600 of the projector 800 isshown. The projection area 2600 corresponds to an area in front of theelectronic device 100 in which the projector 800 projects content. Forexample, content (e.g., mark ups, alterations, etc.) received from aremote device may be projected within the projection area 2600. In someinstance, the projection area 2600 may be between approximately 10 and15 inches wide (X-direction) and 15-30 inches long (Z-direction).Discussed above, the projection area 2600 may correspond to the sharedspace within which user(s) interact.

FIG. 26B illustrates a field of view (FOV) 2602 of the first camera 112.The first camera 112 is arranged to capture images and/or videos of theuser of the electronic device 100, which may be positioned in front ofthe electronic device 100. As such, the first camera 112 is arranged tocapture images and/or videos in front of the electronic device 100. Insome instances, the first camera 112 may be a wide-angle camera.

FIG. 26C illustrates a sensor FOV 2604 of the sensor 804 for capturinginteractions the user with the plane of light emitted by the emitter910, as shown in FIG. 26E. In some instances, the sensor FOV 2604 maycorrespond, or be associated with, the projection area 2600. In doingso, within the projection area 2600, the user may interact with contentand such interactions may be detected by the sensor 804.

FIG. 26D illustrates a FOV 2606 of the second camera 802. The secondcamera 802 is arranged to capture images and/or videos of theinteractions of the user of the electronic device 100, within theprojection area 2600, or within the shared space. As such, the secondcamera 802 is arranged to capture images and/or videos in front of theelectronic device 100. In some instances, the FOV 2606 of the secondcamera 802 may correspond, or be associated with, the projection area2600.

Lastly, FIG. 26E illustrates a laser plane 2608 in front of theelectronic device 100. The laser plane 2608 corresponds to a plane oflight emitted by the emitter 910. As the user of the electronic device100 interacts with content, such as content within the projection area2600 (or the shared space), the sensor 804 may detect reflections fordetermining a position of the interaction. That is, light as emitted bythe emitter 910 is sensed by the sensor 804 as the user interacts withinthe projection area 2600 and crosses the laser plane 2608. In someinstances, the laser plane may correspond, or be associated with, theprojection area 2600.

In some instances, the projection area 2600, the sensor FOV 2604, thesecond camera FOV 2606, and/or the laser plane 2608 may be offset fromthe front 106 of the electronic device 100 by approximately one inch(Z-direction). Moreover, in some instances, the projection area 2600,the sensor FOV 2604, the second camera FOV 2606, and/or the laser plane2608 may include a width (X-direction) that is greater than a length(Z-direction). In some instances, the projection area 2600, the sensorFOV 2604, the second camera FOV 2606, and/or the laser plane 2608 mayinclude a width that is approximately or substantially between 10 and 20inches and a height that is approximately or substantially between 10inches and 15 inches. However, the projection area 2600, the sensor FOV2604, the second camera FOV 2606, and/or the laser plane 2608 may beoriented differently or may include different relative dimensions thanshown. For example, the projection area 2600, the sensor FOV 2604, thesecond camera FOV 2606, and/or the laser plane 2608 may include a lengththat is greater than the width.

FIG. 27 illustrates an example environment 2700 for using the electronicdevice 100 to interact among users. For example, a first user 2702 isshown interacting with the electronic device 100 to communicate with asecond user 2704, who interacts with a remote device 2706. Although theremote device 2706 is illustrated as a mobile device, such as a phone,the remote device 2706 may include a tablet, laptop, another electronicdevice, and so forth. The first user 2702 may be located in a firstlocation and the second user 2704 may be located in a second locationthat is remote from the first location. The electronic device 100 andthe remote device 2706 are shown being in communication via a network2708, such as the Internet. In doing so, the electronic device 100 maysend and receive information to and from the remote device 2706,enabling interactivity between the first user 2702 and the second user2704.

The electronic device 100 and the remote device 2706 may to provide animmersive and interactive experience for the first user 2702 and thesecond user 2704. For example, the electronic device 100 is shownincluding a shared space 2710 through which the first user 2702 and thesecond user 2704 may interact. As illustrated, the first user 2702 mayplace a piece of homework within the shared space 2710. A camera, suchas the second camera 802, of the electronic device 100 may capture imagedata corresponding to the piece of homework. The second camera 802 maybe oriented downward, towards a bottom of the electronic device 100, ortowards the surface, for observing content within the shared space 2710.The electronic device 100 may then transmit the image data to the remotedevice 2706 for output. For example, as illustrated, the piece ofhomework may be output on a display (e.g., screen) of the remote device2706.

The electronic device 100 further includes microphones for capturingspeech of the first user 2702 and loudspeakers for outputting audioassociated with the second user 2704.

The electronic device 100 further includes a camera, such as the firstcamera 112, for capturing image data of the first user 2702. The firstcamera 112 may be oriented towards a front of the electronic device 100for capturing image data of the first user 2702. This image data maythen be transmitted to the remote device 2706 for output. For example,the remote device 2706, in addition to displaying the piece of homework,may include a portion for outputting the image data of the first user2702. Likewise, the electronic device 100 may output image datadepicting the second user 2704 on the display 110. Presenting image dataof the second user 2704 may increase the immersive experience betweenthe first user 2702 and the second user 2704.

To sense interactions within the shared space 2710, the electronicdevice 100 includes the emitter 910 and the sensor 804. The emitter 910broadcast a plane of light across the shared space 2710 for sensinginputs of the first user 2702. The sensor 804 may detect the touch orinteractions through the scattering of IR light as the first user 2702breaks, or crosses, the plane of light. That is, as the first user 2702works on the piece of homework, the location of the input may be sensedby the sensor 807 detecting the scattering of light. In turn, theelectronic device 100 may transmit data to the remote device 2706.

Expounding on the example illustrated in FIG. 27, the second user 2704may monitor the progress of the first user 2702 at the remote device2706. That is, the second user 2704 may interact with the first user2702 by interacting with the remote device 2706 and such interactionsmay be presented by the electronic device 100, within the shared space2710. For example, at “1” the second user 2704 may assist the first user2702 in solving the math problem “3×3” by entering “9.” This input(e.g., touch input) may be sensed by the remote device 2706 andtransmitted to the electronic device 100 for output. For example, at “2”the electronic device 100 may display the answer “9” on the piece ofhomework to indicate the action by the second user 2704. The electronicdevice 100 may present the answer “9” by projecting content via theprojector 800. As part of this interaction the first user 2702 and thesecond user 2704 may engage in other forms of interaction, such asspeech and video.

Similarly, the first user 2702 may interact within the shared space2710, attempting to solve the math problem “30/10.” For example, at “3”the first user 2702 may enter answer of “2.” In some instances, thefirst user 2702 may provide the answer “2” using a pencil, for example,by drawing on the piece of homework. The second camera 802 may capturethis input by first user 2702 and transmit associated image data to theremote device 2706. Moreover, the sensor 804 of the electronic device100 may determine a location associated with the touch input throughdetecting scattering light emitted by the emitter 910. The electronicdevice 100 may capture motions associated with the first user 2702within the shared space 2710 for transmitting to the remote device 2706.In turn, at “4” the remote device 2706 may display the answer asanswered by the first user 2702. However, given that the answer “2” isincorrect, the second user 2704 may interact with the first user 2702for correcting the mistake. For example, the second user 2704 mayprovide assistance by drawing on the remote device 2706, verballyexplaining the correct answer, and so forth.

In some instances, the electronic device 100 may be used along with amat 2712 that is placed on a surface on which the electronic device 100resides. For example, certain surfaces may be difficult to projectimage(s) onto (e.g., uneven surfaces, wood grain, etc.). In theseinstances, content presented by the projector 800 may become skewed ordistorted. The mat 2712 may provide an even surface for projectingcontent. In some instances, the mat 2712 may be sized according to theshared space 2710, or may be sized slightly larger than the shared space2710. For example, the mat 2712 may include a width betweenapproximately 15 inches and 25 inches (X-direction), and a lengthbetween approximately 10 inches and 15 inches. In some instances, themat 2712 may include materials with reflective surface(s) to reflectlight diffusely. In these instances, the material of the mat 2712 mayreflect incident light at many angles (i.e., diffuse reflection), ratherthan at just one angle (i.e., specular reflection). This may increase aviewing experience of users interacting with the electronic device 100and the mat 2712. For example, diffuse reflection may allow users toview a bright, vivid image of content projected by the projector 800.Comparatively, materials or finishes with specular reflection may resultin perceived glares by the user.

The material of the mat 2712 may include, but is not limited to,polymers, foams, rubber, composites, etc. Additionally, materials may besurface treated to be reflective and/or with certain colors to displayprojected content (e.g., white). For example, a surface of the mat 2712may include a low coefficient of friction for reducing drag, stickiness,or pull during swiping actions by the first user 2702. The mat 2712 maybe compact and/or easily stored when not in use (e.g., folded, rolled,etc.). The mat 2712 may also include indents, cutouts, or other featuresfor aligning the mat 2712 with the electronic device 100.

Accordingly, FIG. 27 illustrates a scenario in which the electronicdevice 100 and the remote device may mirror inputs provided by the firstuser 2702 and the second user 2704, respectively, to facilitateinteractions between remote locations.

FIG. 28 illustrates example computing components of the electronicdevice 100. The electronic device 100 may include one or moreprocessor(s) 2800 and computer-readable media 2802. Several componentssuch as instructions, data stores, and so forth can be stored within thecomputer-readable media 2802 and configured to execute on theprocessor(s) 2800. A few example functional components are shown asapplications stored in the computer-readable media 2802 and executed onthe processor(s) 2800, although the same functionality can alternativelybe implemented in hardware, firmware, or as a system on a chip (SOC).

A display component 2804 is configured to control one or more display(s)2806 of the electronic device 100 (e.g., the display 110). For example,the electronic device 100 may receive image data 2808 representingimage(s) and/or video(s) received from remote device(s) (e.g., tablet,mobile phone, laptop, etc.). The display component 2804 may cause thedisplay(s) 2806 to output the image data 2808 on the display 110, forviewing by user(s) of the electronic device 100. In some instances, thedisplay(s) 2806 may include high-resolution displays, e-ink displays,tactile electronic displays (e.g., refreshable Braille displays),segment displays, LED displays, LCDs, laser displays, holographicdisplays, and the like. Additionally, the display(s) 2806 may betouch-sensitive and capable of receiving touch input from the user(s).For example, the display(s) 2806 may include one or more touch screensand/or capacitive sensing.

The image data 2808 may also correspond to image(s) and/or video(s)captured by camera(s) 2810 of the electronic device 100 (e.g., the firstcamera 112, the second camera 802, etc.). For example, the electronicdevice 100 may include a first camera for capturing image(s) and/orvideo(s) of the user(s) of the electronic device 100. Image(s) and/orvideo(s) captured by the first camera may be transmitted to the remotedevice(s) to provide an immersive experience between user(s) of theelectronic device 100 and user(s) of remote device(s). Additionally, theelectronic device 100 may include a second camera for capturing contentpresented by the user(s) of the electronic device 100 within the sharedspace. The shared space may represent an area in front of the electronicdevice 100 whereby the user(s) may provide content or materials (e.g.,homework, drawing, book, etc.) for interacting with the user(s) of theremote device(s). Within this shared space, the second camera maycapture content presented or shared by the user(s) of the electronicdevice 100. By way of example, if the user(s) present a piece ofhomework, the second camera may capture image data 2808 associated withthe homework and transmit the image data 2808 to the remote device(s)for viewing. In some instances, the camera(s) 2810 may include ahigh-resolution camera, a depth sensor, IR sensor, RGB camera, and/orother imagining devices and/or sensors.

A projector component 2812 is configured to control one or moreprojectors 2814 of the electronic device 100 (e.g., the projector 800).For example, the electronic device 100 may receive projector data 2816representing content received from remote device(s). The content maycorrespond to interactions made by user(s) of the remote device(s). Forexample, the user(s) of the remote device(s) may interact with firstuser(s) of the electronic device 100. By way of illustration, if theuser(s) of the electronic device 100 and the user(s) of the remotedevice are working on homework, the user(s) of the remote device mayprovide interactions associated with solving a math problem. The remotedevice(s) may capture these interactions, and the projector component2812 may output content associated with these interactions (i.e., theprojector data 2816). Moreover, this projected content may be overlaidor presented on top of material (e.g., homework) within the sharedspace. As such, the projector component 2812 may receive projector data2816 for being projected by the projector 800.

To sense interactions made by the user(s) of the electronic device 100,the electronic device 100 may include an emitter 2818 (e.g., the emitter910) and sensor(s) 2820 (e.g., the sensor 804). The emitter 2818 mayoutput a plane of light in front of the electronic device 100, withinthe shared space. The plane of light is invisible to the user(s) and mayrun parallel to a surface on which the electronic device 100 resides. Asthe user(s) interacts within the shared space, the sensor(s) 2820 maydetect scattering of the light to determine a position of theinteraction. These inputs are captured by the sensor(s) 2820, whichgenerate sensor data 2822. In some instances, the sensor data 2822 mayindicate a location of the inputs within the spared space for use inportraying the touch inputs to the user(s) of the remote device(s). Forexample, continuing with the above example, if the user(s) of theelectronic device 100 point to a particular math problem, the sensor(s)2820 may detect the reflected light for determining a position of theinteraction. The electronic device 100 may then transmit theseinteractions, as well as the images and/or video captured by thecamera(s) 2810, to the remote device(s) for output.

The electronic device 100 is further shown including one or moremicrophone(s) 2832 (e.g., the microphones 600), one or moreloudspeaker(s) 2824 (e.g., the loudspeaker 906), one or more antenna(s)2826, and/or one or more power components 2828. In some implementations,the one or more microphone(s) 2832 may function as input devices toreceive audio input, such as user voice input. For example, the user(s)of the electronic device 100 may interact with the user(s) of the remotedevice through speech, and the one or more microphone(s) 2832 capturethe speech. The electronic device 100 may output speech of the user(s)of the remote device (i.e., audio) to the user(s) of the electronicdevice 100 through the one or more loudspeaker(s) 2824. For example, theelectronic device 100 may receive audio data 2830 from the remotedevice(s) for outputting audio via the loudspeaker(s) 2824.Additionally, the audio data 2830 may represent audio of the user(s) ofthe electronic device 100 captured by the one or more microphone(s)2832.

In some instances, the one or more antenna(s) 2826 are configured tosend and/or receive wireless signals for communicating with otherdevices, such as the remote device(s). In some instances, the one ormore antenna(s) 2826 may operate in conjunction with one or morewireless units to implement one or more of various wirelesstechnologies, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, RF, cellular, satellite, NFC(near-field communication), RFID (radio frequency identification), andso on. In some instances, the one or more antenna(s) 2826 may be used tocommunicate wirelessly with one or more remote device(s) via a networksuch as the internet. In some instances, the electronic device 100 maycommunicate in a mesh network (e.g., directly between remote device(s))and/or via an access point.

In some instances, the one or more power components 2828 provideelectrical power to the electronic device 100. In some instances, thepower components 2828 may include one or more batteries, capacitors,inductors, chargers, ports, etc. to receive and store power. In someinstances, the power components 2828 may include contact charging orinductive charging systems to receive power from a variety ofmechanisms. In some instances, the one or more power components 2828 mayinclude a port to receive mains power.

A fan 2834 (e.g., the fan 902) is further included to dissipate headgenerated by components of the electronic device 100. The fan 2834, forexample, may operate to intake air, circulate air within an interior ofthe electronic device 100, and vent the heated air out of the electronicdevice 100.

The electronic device 100 may further include, in some instances, aspeech-recognition component that employs any number of conventionalspeech processing techniques such as use of speech recognition,natural-language understanding, and extensive lexicons to interpretvoice input. In some instances, the speech-recognition component maysimply be programmed to identify the user uttering a predefined word orphrase (e.g., a “wake word”), after which the electronic device 100 maybegin uploading data to a network device for more robustspeech-recognition processing. In other examples, the electronic device100 itself may, for example, identify voice commands from user(s) andprovide indications of these commands to the network device. Theelectronic device 100 may also include a plurality of applications orgames stored in the computer-readable media 2802 or otherwise accessibleto the electronic device 100.

While the foregoing invention is described with respect to the specificexamples, it is to be understood that the scope of the invention is notlimited to these specific examples. Since other modifications andchanges varied to fit particular operating requirements and environmentswill be apparent to those skilled in the art, the invention is notconsidered limited to the example chosen for purposes of disclosure, andcovers all changes and modifications which do not constitute departuresfrom the true spirit and scope of this invention.

Although the application describes embodiments having specificstructural features and/or methodological acts, it is to be understoodthat the claims are not necessarily limited to the specific features oracts described. Rather, the specific features and acts are merelyillustrative some embodiments that fall within the scope of the claimsof the application.

1. A device comprising: a housing having a front surface; a projectororiented to output content within a projection area that is in front ofthe device, the projector being offset from the front surface of thehousing; a first sensor having a first field of view (FOV) that at leastpartially overlaps with the projection area, the first sensor beingoffset from the front surface of the housing; a second sensor having asecond FOV that at least partially overlaps with the projection area,the second sensor being offset from the front surface of the housing; atleast one microphone residing proximate a top of the device; and atleast one loudspeaker residing within the housing.
 2. The device ofclaim 1, further comprising one or more buttons located along at leastone of the front surface of the device or a side of the device.
 3. Thedevice of claim 1, further comprising: one or more processors; and oneor more non-transitory computer-readable media storing instructionsthat, when executed, cause the one or more processors to perform actscomprising: receiving, from the first sensor, sensor data indicative ofa touch input being applied within the projection area, determining,based at least in part on the sensor data, a location of the touchinput, and determining, based at least in part on the location of thetouch input, an action to be performed.
 4. The device of claim 1,further comprising: at least one first port disposed through thehousing, the at least one microphone being aligned with the at least onefirst port to receive audio; and one or more second ports disposedthrough the housing, the at least one loudspeaker being oriented to emitsound through the one or more second ports.
 5. The device of claim 1,further comprising a fan disposed at least partially within the housing,the fan being configured to move air from an inlet of the housing to anoutlet of the housing.
 6. The device of claim 1, further comprising atransparent window, wherein the projector, the first sensor, and thesecond sensor are oriented towards the transparent window.
 7. The deviceof claim 1, further comprising: a third sensor; one or more processors;and one or more non-transitory computer-readable media storinginstructions that, when executed, cause the one or more processors toperform acts comprising: receiving, from the third sensor, sensor dataassociated with a brightness of an environment in which the deviceresides, and determining, based at least in part on the sensor data, asetting of the projector.
 8. A device comprising: a housing having afront and a back; a projector disposed within the housing, the projectorbeing offset in a first direction away from the front of the housing andoriented to output content in a second direction; a first sensordisposed within the housing, the first sensor being offset in the firstdirection away from the front of the housing; a second sensor disposedwithin the housing, the second sensor being offset in the firstdirection away from the front of the housing; at least one microphone;at least one loudspeaker; and at least one connection port located onthe back.
 9. The device of claim 8, wherein: the projector has aprojection area associated with outputting the content; the first sensorhas a first field of view (FOV) that at least partially overlaps withthe projection area; and the second sensor has a second FOV that atleast partially overlaps with the projection area and at least partiallyoverlaps with the first FOV.
 10. The device of claim 9, furthercomprising: one or more processors; and one or more non-transitorycomputer-readable media storing instructions that, when executed, causethe one or more processors to perform acts comprising: receiving, fromthe first sensor, sensor data indicative of a touch input being receivedwithin the projection area, determining, based at least in part on thesensor data, a location of the touch input within the projection area;and determining, based at least in part on the location of the touchinput, an action to be performed.
 11. The device of claim 8, wherein:the first sensor is oriented in a third direction; the second sensor isoriented in a fourth direction; and at least two of the seconddirection, the third direction, and the fourth direction aresubstantially the same.
 12. The device of claim 8, wherein the projectoris oriented at an acute angle relative to the front of the housing. 13.The device of claim 8, further comprising at least one: of a display tooutput second content; or a camera to capture images in front of thedisplay.
 14. The device of claim 8, wherein: the projector, the firstsensor, and the second sensor are aligned along an axis; the firstsensor is disposed on a first side of the projector; and the secondsensor is disposed on a second side of the projector that is oppositethe first side.
 15. The device of claim 8, wherein: the housing includesa top and a bottom; the projector, the first sensor, and the secondsensor are located nearer the top than the bottom; the at least onemicrophone is located nearer the top than the bottom; and the at leastone loudspeaker is located nearer the bottom than the top.
 16. A devicecomprising: one or more microphones residing nearer a top of the devicethan a bottom of the device; a loudspeaker residing nearer the bottom ofthe device than the top of the device; a projector oriented to outputcontent within a first area; an emitter residing on a front of thedevice, the emitter oriented to output light within a second area thatat last partially overlaps with the first area; and a sensor residing onthe front of the device, the sensor having a field of view (FOV) that atleast partially overlaps with the first area and the second area. 17.The device of claim 16, wherein at least one of the projector, theemitter, or the sensor is offset in a direction from the front.
 18. Thedevice of claim 16, further comprising: one or more processors; and oneor more non-transitory computer-readable media storing instructionsthat, when executed, cause the one or more processors to perform actscomprising: receiving, from the sensor, sensor data indicative of atouch input being received within the first area, determining, based atleast in part on the sensor data, a location of the touch input withinthe first area, and determining, based at least in part on the locationof the touch input, an action to be performed.
 19. The device of claim16, further comprising a fan configured to move air from an inletdefined within a housing of the device to an outlet defined within thehousing of the device.
 20. The device of claim 16, further comprising atleast one of: a camera configured to capture images in front of thedevice; or a display configured to output second content, the displaybeing located on the front of the device.